First published 2018
Private investigator Nate Hollis sits in a dentist's chair for what should be routine work. Instead, he finds himself pulled into an underground network of dangerous addictions. This marks just one case in a collection that takes Hollis from the frozen streets of Chicago hunting a winter killer to the back alleys of Hollywood, where someone is targeting costumed street performers who dress as superheroes. In New York City, he races to stop a murderer before they strike again. Each investigation forces Hollis to navigate layers of lies and criminal schemes that test his moral compass. The stories reveal a detective who maintains his principles even when surrounded by violence and corruption. Hollis operates in a world where routine visits turn deadly and buried secrets refuse to stay hidden. His cases span multiple cities and criminal underworlds, but his approach remains consistent. He walks confidently through dangerous territory, speaking the language of the streets while holding to his own code of ethics.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, detective, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: dangerous-territory, moral-compass
Setting: Chicago, Hollywood, New York City
186 pages · Paperback · Independently published
Content warnings: violence